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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Crystallina Nera in Northeast Edmonton

Crystallina Nera is a thriving new community in Northeast Edmonton’s pristine Lake District. Still under construction, the Crystallina Nera Neighbourhood Structure Plan was approved in 2007. Developers in the area have emphasized natural beauty and quiet, family-friendly living with forested areas, walking trails and a scenic stormwater pond. Despite the community’s peaceful vibe, however, it remains within short distance of countless convenient amenities, including shops, services, schools, and commuter roads.

If you’re looking for a modern, single-family home in a peaceful new neighbourhood near it all, Crystallina Nera may be what you’ve been searching for. 

Did you know? In acknowledgement of the many diverse cultures that make up Edmonton,…

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Luxury Living in Edmonton: Crestwood

Crestwood is an esteemed neighbourhood in West Edmonton that holds a reputation for one the most stunning communities in the capital region. With panoramic river valley views, mature tree-lined streets, and immaculately maintained single-family homes, this overwhelming appeal is easily understood! In addition to beautiful homes, Crestwood boasts exceptional amenities and a convenient location, making it ideal for active families looking for the ideal high-end neighbourhood to call home. 

 Crestwood Community Profile 

Crestwood came into existence towards the end of the Second World War, during a time when there was an unprecedented demand for single-family homes in Edmonton. Consequently, most real estate opportunities within the community…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Carlton in Northwest Edmonton

The land comprising Carlton was predominantly used for agricultural and industrial purposes before residential development in the 1990s. Today, Carlton is an amenity-friendly neighbourhood located in modern Northwest Edmonton. Like all homes in the Palisades, the community was named after a famous fur trade fort or post, in this case, Fort Carlton. Established by the Hudson Bay Company in 1798, Fort Carlton was located along the junction of the North and South Saskatchewan Rivers.                                                                                                                             

Did you know? Initially referred to as Carlton House, multiple Fort Carlton houses were in operation across three locations between 1795 and 1810.

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Bonnie Doon in Southeast Central Edmonton

Welcome to beautiful Bonnie Doon, an established community located in central Southeast Edmonton, next to the Mill Creek Ravine and North Saskatchewan River Valley. First annexed by the City of Strathcona in 1907, Bonnie Doon didn’t become a part of Edmonton until 1912, when the two cities amalgamated.

While several homes were constructed along the ravine and river valley before the Second World War, most of Bonnie Doon’s residential development occurred in the 1950s. With the discovery of oil in the neighbouring county of Leduc, Edmonton’s population exploded, leading to the rapid expansion of many popular communities, including Bonnie Doon.

Did you know? Bonnie Doon was named in honour of Alberta’s first Premier Alexander Rutherford (also a…

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Luxury Living in Edmonton: Brookside

Brookside’s mature trees and scenic location alongside the Whitemud Creek Ravine and North Saskatchewan River Valley make it one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in Edmonton. Peaceful and semi-secluded, Brookside is known for its luxury homes, ultra-large lots and laid-back atmosphere. Residents of this high-end community also enjoy having many of Southwest Edmonton’s best amenities within arm’s reach, including popular shops and services, schools and major arterial roads.

The name “Brookside” refers to its location along Whitemud Creek. (Source: City of Edmonton)

 Brookside Community Profile, Price Range and Housing Stock 

Brookside consists predominantly single-family homes, making up more than 80% of the available real estate…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Bulyea Heights in Southwest Edmonton

Welcome to beautiful Bulyea Heights. Located along the scenic Whitemud Creek Ravine in Southwest Edmonton, Bulyea Heights was first established in 1979, along with the creation of the Riverbend Area Structure Plan. The neighbourhood’s design concept is focused on low-density housing characterized by quiet streets and cul-de-sacs. A perfect all-in-one community to call home, Bulyea Heights features a school, parks, commercial amenities, and a fantastic selection of high-end single-family homes.

Did you know? Bulyea Heights was named after Alberta’s first Lieutenant-Governor, George Hedley Bulyea, who served from 1905 to 1915.

Real Estate and Homes For Sale in Bulyea Heights

Single-family homes account for almost 90% of home styles in…

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Luxury Living in Edmonton: Westridge

Westridge is an established river valley neighbourhood located in mature West Edmonton. It is also considered one of Edmonton’s perfect all-in-one communities, defined by mature trees, open green spaces, convenient commuter roads, and ultra-popular amenities.

And a great location is just the start.

Thanks to the area’s vast offering of high-end single-family homes, Westridge remains one of the most highly sought-after neighbourhoods in the entire capital region.

Community Profile 

Striking the perfect balance between semi-seclusion and easy accessibility, Westridge is bounded by 170th Street to the west, Whitemud Drive to the north, the North Saskatchewan River Valley to the east/southeast and Wolf Willow Road to the south. The…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Belle Rive and Mayliewan

Welcome to beautiful Belle Rive and majestic Mayliewan: two highly sought-after neighbourhoods located side by side in Northeast Edmonton’s popular Lake District. Developed with active families in mind, both communities are unique in that their design allows residents to enjoy access to the area’s many stormwater lakes via a network of walking paths and bike trails.

Known for their broad selection of detached, single-family properties and proximity to countless amenities, these two all-in-one communities have first-time buyers and growing families eager to call Northeast Edmonton home.

Did you know? Like all other communities in Edmonton’s Lake District, Belle Rive and Mayliewan were named after lake descriptions: Belle Rive, meaning…

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Edmonton Community Spotlight: Granville in West Edmonton

Granville is a new neighbourhood located in amenity-friendly West Edmonton. Established in the early 2000s, this modern community offers buyers an abundance of Craftsman-inspired new homes spanning several styles, including spacious single-family homes, duplexes and low-maintenance townhomes and apartments. In addition, residents of Granville enjoy having trendy shops, services, schools and restaurants within arm’s reach as well as easy accessibility to Whitemud Drive, Stony Plain Road and the West Anthony Henday. 

Did you know? Granville was awarded a finalist in the 2014 Awards of Excellence by the Edmonton Home Builders’ Association due to its exceptional development standards. 

Real Estate and Homes For Sale in Granville

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Community Spotlight: Brookside in Southwest Edmonton

Brookside is an affluent neighbourhood located in scenic Southwest Edmonton. Bounded by Whitemud Drive to the south and west, the North Saskatchewan River Valley to the north and the Whitemud Creek Ravine to the east, Brookside strikes the perfect balance between accessibility and peaceful riverside views. Brookside boasts meticulously maintained homes on large lots and proximity to some of Edmonton’s most popular amenities, including Snow Valley and Fort Edmonton Park.

Did you know? Brookside’s name is a reference to its location along Whitemud Creek.

Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Brookside

Single-family homes account for over 80% of real estate opportunities in Brookside. Nearly all residences in the area were built between the…

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